Accounting MBA Salary in Tennessee, USA

College Board - Finance DepartmentHybrid - NYC(Onsite a few times per Month)About the TeamThe Investments & Strategic Initiatives (I&SI) team at the College Board is a highly visible and prestigious group that offers tremendous opportunities for professional development. This is a team of four that is committed to delivering top-notch financial and strategic analysis to support critical business and investment decisions. This team has unique exposure to the fast-growing EdTech and impact investing sectors and will collaborate closely with other divisions, including the well-known Advanced Placement (AP), SAT, and BigFuture programs. This team is at the forefront of EdTech investments and will help to drive meaningful change that transforms the lives of students across the globe.About the OpportunityAs an Associate on the I&SI team, you will play an integral role in driving financial excellence at the College Board. Your responsibilities will include building sophisticated financial models, developing compelling business cases, and evaluating equity investments and strategic initiatives that align with the College Board's mission. You will be instrumental in identifying new areas of growth and making significant contributions to preserve the College Board's financial strength, ensuring that all students have access to a bright and prosperous future. In this role, you will collaborate closely with senior leaders from the Finance, Strategy, and Executive Leadership teams to evaluate and execute strategic initiatives and impact investments. We encourage applicants who aspire to attend a top Business School to pursue their MBA after 2-3 years, in the past, this has differentiated previous Associates from those who follow a more conventional path.In this role, you will:Lead Corporate Finance Projects (50%)Partner with business and finance leaders to provide analytical support to optimize strategic decisions.Build and maintain complex financial models including 3-statement forecast models, buy-versus-build analysis, and financial return analysis.Evaluate financial impact of acquisitions and strategic partnership opportunities.Prepare effective presentation materials and memos that summarize financial analysis and recommendations for senior executives.Develop deep expertise in College Board programs and new markets that are of strategic importance to the College Board.Grow our Impact Investment Portfolio (50%)Originate investments in mission-aligned private companies for the College Board's growing impact investment portfolio via industry research and meetings with Edtech investors and entrepreneurs.Participate in due diligence process to evaluate mission impact potential, financial return, and strategic benefits of investments in early-stage education technology companies.Lead all aspects of the financial analysis to evaluate investment opportunities.Support portfolio management and reporting process for impact investment portfolio.Prepare investment memos and participate in Investment Committee approval meetings.Research public and private companies in the education technology sector and prepare company overviews for College Board executive leadership. About you, you have:A minimum of 2 years of experience in financial analysis, in investment banking or a principal investing role. Exceptional attention to detail.Professional training in financial modeling and valuation, and a strong understanding of accounting.Strong quantitative skills with a finance, accounting and/or related background.Strong written and verbal communication skills, including facilitating meetings and presenting remotely and in-person to senior executives.The ability to learn quickly and take on new responsibilities when given the opportunity.Strong work ethic along with a high level of enthusiasm, initiative, and leadership aspirations.A strong interest in expanding educational opportunities for all students.A bachelor's degree (finance, accounting, or business preferred).Ability to work in the US without sponsorship.About Our ProcessApplication review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.While the hiring process may vary, it generally includes: resume and application submission, recruiter phone screen, hiring manager interview, performance exercise and/or panel interview, and reference checks. This is an approximate 8-week process.About Our Benefits & CompensationCollege Board offers a competitive benefits and compensation program that attracts top talent looking to make a difference in education. As a self-sustaining non-profit, we believe in compensating employees equitably in relation to each other, their qualifications, their impact, and the relevant market.The hiring range for a new employee in this position is $80,000-130,000. College Board differentiates salaries by location so where you live will narrow the portion of this range in which you can expect a salary. Your salary will be carefully determined based on your location, relevant experience, the external labor market, and the pay of College Board employees in similar roles. College Board strives to provide our best offer up front based on this criterion.Your salary is only one part of all that College Board offers, including but not limited to:A comprehensive package designed to support the well-being of employees and their families and promote education. Our robust benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, fertility benefits, pet insurance, tuition assistance, retirement benefits, and more.Recognition of exceptional performance through annual bonuses, salary growth over time through market increases, and opportunities for merit raises and promotions based on increased scope of responsibility.A job that matters, a team that cares, and a place to learn, innovate and thrive.You can expect to have transparent conversations about benefits and compensation with our recruiters throughout your application process.About Our CultureOur community matters, and we strive to practice and improve our culture daily. Here are some headlines:We are motivated to positively impact the educational and career trajectories of millions of students a year.We prioritize building a diverse and inclusive team where every employee can thrive, and every voice is heard.We value learning and growth; we offer formal and informal ways to lead through your superpowers, sharpen your strengths, and meet your development goals.We offer a transparent approach to promotions and merit raises, annual performance-based bonuses, and how to grow your career here over time.#LI-TheAcorn#LI-Hybrid

Position Purpose:Proactive maintenance of accounting functions for large plant locations (250+ employees) including day to day functions associated with inventory management and costing. Work closely with plant manager for increased financial visibility at the plant level.Essential Functions:1. Provide financial support for capital development projects from approval to installation.2. Responsible for accurate recording of manufacturing and overhead costs3. Analyzes variances, monthly operating results, and key operating measures ensuring results are accurately reported.4. Produces daily, weekly, monthly reports of manufacturing results and performance.5. Assists local management in identifying and implementing cost reduction opportunities.6. Assists division accounting personnel in the monthly closing process. Records reoccurring expenses, such as depreciation, taxes, insurance for the location.7. Works with Division to maintain standard costs, routers and burden rates.8. Assist in both internal/external audits.9. Ensures adequate internal controls exist and are utilized at the plant level. Identifies areas of weakness and assists local management in implementing corrective action.10. Assists local management in developing monthly forecasts and annual plan.11. Participate as a member of plant managers staff by involvement in regular staff meetings and monthly management review meetings.12. Perform monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.13. Maintain Fixed Asset System for the location.14. Cost development for current and new products.15. Prepares and tracks product margins, cost reductions and new product programs.16. Analyzes inventory variances/transactions, plus inventory control cycle count program.17. Responsible for updating and maintaining all Leases for the facility through the LeaseQuery system. Reconciling lease activity to details LeaseQuery reports.18. All other duties assigned.Education and Training• BS/BA Degree in Accounting required• CMA/CPA certificate a plus• MBA Degree a plusMinimum Qualifications• 5+ Years cost analysis experience in a manufacturing/machining environment required • Experience in standard cost systems required• Strong analytical skills with ability to analyze and interpret data required• Familiarly with General Accounting required (A/P, Payroll, General Ledger) • Solid PC and mainframe software skills (MS Office, MRP, Ledger, Query) required• QAD experience a plus• 2-3 years' experience in standard cost rate development a plus • 2-3 years' experience in cost quote development a plusPhysical Demands• Constant sitting• Occasional standing, walking and balancing• Minimal bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing and reaching • Lifting 1-5 lbs.• Carry up to 5 lbs. approximately 25 feet• Push/Pull 1-10 lbs. of force 5 feet Environmental Conditions• Work Environment: Office/AdministrativeBehavioral Traits • Excellent written and verbal communication skills• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, ask questions for clarification, and take initiative• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities to efficiently meet deadlines• Strong customer service orientation• Must be able to work effectively in a team• Strong analytical and technical problem-solving ability• Ability to do multiple tasks effectivelyHendrickson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Additional Information Requisition ID: 2400005H

Schneider Electric has a meaningful opportunity for an Associate Controller in Franklin, TN to work for a company consistently rated by Fortune as one of the "Great Places to Work", by Forbes as "America's Best Employers for Diversity", and by Equileap as the "World's Top 10 in Gender Equality". In this opportunity you will have flexibility and local support with high visibility in many different business units, while overseeing a $7B scope. Position Summary Participate in monthly, mid-year and annual closing process including journal entries, account reconciliations and continuous process improvement Roles & Responsibilities Prepare monthly HFM reporting packages to corporate and perform monthly variance analysis for balance sheet and income statement, liaising with the controlling teams to develop accurate commentary of business factors and trends Perform analytical review and summarize factors driving variances for overall balance sheet statements. Prepare, review, and approve key account reconciliations for various assets and liabilities, obtaining interpretation and supporting documents from business unit analysts Assist with review, resolution or optimization of intercompany transactions Prepare schedules for and assist in facilitating the internal and external audits Develop and document business processes to maintain and strengthen internal controls Increase knowledge of IFRS and exposure to technical research Assist in transformation projects to improve accounting processes to more efficient and effective mean (automation, standardization, etc.) We know skills and competencies show up in many different ways and can be based on your life experience. If you do not necessarily meet all the requirements that are listed, we still encourage you to apply for the position. Qualifications Bachelor Degree, Accounting At least 3+ years of relevant accounting experience including public accounting Skills & Abilities Effective written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical, technical and Excel skills Preferences CPA or MBA Working ERP knowledge (SAP, HFM, Dynamics, or other) At least 5+ years of relevant accounting experience including public accounting Benefits Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave,401(k)+ match, and more. Who will you report to? Finance Director Let us learn about you! Apply today. Schedule: Full-time Req: 2024- 67499#LI-DS1Why us?Schneider Electric is leading the digital transformation of energy management and automation. Our technologies enable the world to use energy in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner. We strive to promote a global economy that is both ecologically viable and highly productive.€25.7bn global revenue137 000+ employees in 100+ countries45% of revenue from IoT5% of revenue devoted for R&DYou must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filledIt is the policy of Schneider Electric to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct. Concerning agencies: Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be responsible for fees related to such.Schneider Electric has a meaningful opportunity for an Associate Controller in Franklin, TN to work for a company consistently rated by Fortune as one of the "Great Places to Work", by Forbes as "America's Best Employers for Diversity", and by Equileap as the "World's Top 10 in Gender Equality". In this opportunity you will have flexibility and local support with high visibility in many different business units, while overseeing a $7B scope. Position Summary Participate in monthly, mid-year and annual closing process including journal entries, account reconciliations and continuous process improvement Roles & Responsibilities Prepare monthly HFM reporting packages to corporate and perform monthly variance analysis for balance sheet and income statement, liaising with the controlling teams to develop accurate commentary of business factors and trends Perform analytical review and summarize factors driving variances for overall balance sheet statements. Prepare, review, and approve key account reconciliations for various assets and liabilities, obtaining interpretation and supporting documents from business unit analysts Assist with review, resolution or optimization of intercompany transactions Prepare schedules for and assist in facilitating the internal and external audits Develop and document business processes to maintain and strengthen internal controls Increase knowledge of IFRS and exposure to technical research Assist in transformation projects to improve accounting processes to more efficient and effective mean (automation, standardization, etc.)

Yahoo is a global media and tech company that reaches hundreds of millions of people around the world, bringing them closer to what they love-from finance and sports, to shopping, gaming and news-with the trusted products, content and tech that fuel their day. For partners, we provide a full-stack platform for businesses to amplify growth and drive more meaningful connections across advertising, search and media. Job Description: The Corporate FP&A Manager will be a crucial member supporting the Corporate Finance team. You will be tasked with connecting corporate strategy, financial planning, and analytics to guide the overall health and trajectory of Yahoo. This role will work on high-visibility, strategic projects and coordinate with stakeholders across Yahoo. You will work closely with the SVP of Finance, a Sr Director in Finance, and other senior leaders across the company, including exposure to the CFO. The right candidate will be analytical, detail oriented, and a professional, polished communicator. She/He should be able to quickly analyze financial statements to provide valuable insights, and communicate recommendations to leadership (while understanding the bigger picture). Role & Responsibilities This role will report directly to a Sr. Director in Corporate FP&A and serve as a right hand person aligning on specific Management reporting and presentations that will ultimately be reported up to the Executive Yahoo Leadership team. The following work streams, processes, and presentations with Yahoo Consolidated financials will be owned by this Financial Manager. Analyzes financials and KPIs critically to identify business trends and effectively communicates areas of risk or opportunityCondense complex KPI and financial data into comprehensive summaries tailored to leadership and external parties highlighting key insights and actionable recommendationsInterpret and summarize multiple data points, both internal and external, to support a clear narrative of business performance and goalsAssist Sr Director to create financial models and provide financial analysis for key strategic projects, ultimately leading to recommendations that will improve financial performanceAssist in preparations required for lender deliverables and lender callsPartnering with technical accounting and external reporting teams on carve out financials to bridge the gaps between GAAP and Management financialsProvide insights on financial performance relative to industry benchmarks, competitor analysis, and historical trendsSupport Sr Director/Strategy/Corp Dev and CFO in evaluating M&A strategic opportunitiesSupport Ad Hoc requests coming from finance leadersQualifications 4-7 years of progressive career related experience in Sell-Side Equity Research, Investor Relations, Banking, Consulting, Private Equity, Corporate FP&A, or Startup FinanceBA/BS degree (MBA is a plus) in Finance, Economics, or BusinessExperience interacting with senior business leaders and managing planning processesExperience coordinating across teamsStrong relationship building, professional communication, and presentation skillsSuperior business and analytical skillsAdvanced Excel skills and Google SuitesAn ability to take very difficult concepts and tell a simple compelling storyComfortable (and thrive) in ambiguous situations with little data or directionExperience creating complex financial models working with large data setsAbility and desire to work in a fast-paced, fun, demanding environmentDemonstrated ability to take ownership over increasingly larger projectHigh energy level with the ability to adapt and be flexible in day to day operationsShould reside in Northeast US (NYC, DC area, etc); role is remoteYahoo is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other protected category. Yahoo is dedicated to providing an accessible environment for all candidates during the application process and for employees during their employment. If you need accessibility assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please submit a request via the Accommodation Request Form ( www.yahooinc.com/careers/contact-us.html ) or call 408-336-1409. Requests and calls received for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.At Yahoo, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion ( www.yahooinc.com/diversity/ ) page to learn more.The compensation for this position ranges from $90,750.00 - $188,750.00/yr and will vary depending on factors such as your location, skills and experience. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary annual bonus or commissions, in addition to equity incentives. Yahoo provides industry-leading benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation, sick time, parental leave and an employee assistance program. Eligibility requirements apply.Yahoo has a high degree of flexibility around employee location and hybrid working. In fact, our flexible-hybrid approach to work is one of the things our employees rave about. Most roles don't require specific regular patterns of in-person office attendance. If you join Yahoo, you may be asked to attend (or travel to attend) on-site work sessions, team-building, or other in-person events. When these occur, you'll be given notice to make arrangements. If you're curious about how this factors into this role, please discuss with the recruiter. Currently work for Yahoo? Please apply on our internal career site.

DESCRIPTIONAmazon’s North American Customer Fulfillment (NACF) Finance is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to be the trusted finance partner for multiple Inbound Receive Centers (IXD) supporting operational and functional leaders. Amazon operates the most complex retail networks in the world, delivering billions of packages to hundreds of millions of homes and businesses annually – and we are rapidly expanding our IXD network this year! Come be part of this tremendous growth and join a dedicated team committed to operational and financial excellence where you will focus on the inputs, think like an owner and where every day is Day One.Key job responsibilitiesBusiness Finance Support:- Use solid financial knowledge and business acumen to build financial models and analyses with little guidance and draw conclusions and make recommendations that deliver results, and drive improvements.- Independently align financial and operational analyses with your business partners, challenging business partner assumptions when necessary.- Provide analysis and recommendations to business leaders to support operational and growth business decisions and action plans.- Proactively identify opportunities to resolve finance defects and improve, automate, standardize or simplify finance or business tools and processes across teams and organizations.Controllership:- Own the financial reporting for a business area and may supervise or teach others in areas of financial reporting.- Identify and solve complex data integrity issues and collaborate with stakeholders on resolution, insisting on the highest standards.- Develop and execute data analysis processes that are scalable and auditable.Communication:- Intuitively utilize active listening skills to communicate data (both written and verbal) in a clear, concise, and unambiguous manner, adjusting your style based on audience, to articulate complex finance issues.- Create effective business partnership with Site Leaders, manage competing priorities, and provide guidance during unexpected events.Team Leadership:- Take part in developing and mentoring activities, and leverage diverse perspectives.A day in the lifeNo day in Operations is ever the same! As a Senior Financial Analyst of the NACF team you will work in a fast-paced, high-energy and ever-changing environment. You'll work alongside your Ops and Support teams to help make Amazon the Earth’s Best Employer: Production meetings, labor planning, business reviews and data driven analysis will encompass your days. You may even get to pack a box or two!You will be supporting multiple sites, so up to 20% Travel is expected throughout the year.About the teamThis role will partner closely with a broad range of Senior Leaders in Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Procurement, Accounting, HR and Technology. This role plays a critical role as a financial advocate and business partner. This role will design, develop, and maintain performance measurements and reporting on strategic input drivers to continuously improve the economics of the business.We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Arlington, VA, USA | Bellevue, WA, USA | Chicago, IL, USA | Dallas, TX, USA | Houston, TX, USA | Los Angeles, CA, USA | Nashville, TN, USA | Orlando, FL, USA | Phoenix, AZ, USA | Sacramento, CA, USABASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of tax, finance or a related analytical field experience- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related fieldPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of participating in continuous improvement projects in your team to scale and improve controllership with measurable results experience- MBA, or CPA- Experience working with large-scale data mining and reporting tools (examples: SQL, MS Access, Essbase, Cognos) and other financial systems (examples: Oracle, SAP, Lawson, JD Edwards)- Knowledge of SQL/ETLAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $60,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $128,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

DESCRIPTION Who we are: Global Customer Fulfillment (GCF) Central Functions Finance provides optimized, effective, and timely analysis to drive the Fulfillment Center dual charter of lower cost and faster delivery. Our finance team provides analytical support varying between macro level strategic issues with our Steam business partner, to micro level crisp financial analyses that indicate go/no-go recommendations on specific capacity and savings projects. Our partner teams include GCF supply chain and capacity, Amazon Customer Excellence Systems (ACES), Fulfillment by Amazon, and our FP&A team supports the entire GCF organization.Career Opportunities: GCF Central Functions Finance seeks a Senior Financial Analyst on the GCF ACES team. Team Exposure/Scope: This position partners with our Global Customer Fulfillment (GCF) Amazon Customer Excellence (ACES). The team supports Consumer Fulfillment by managing cross functional projects that address complex challenges with elegant solutions through partnership with our tech teams. GCF ACES consistently focuses on customer experience (speed, selection and cost) by supporting the field operators through projects focused on system driven decision making, operator tool optimization and process transformation. GCF ACES serves as an innovation engine and works with incredibly talented teams and cutting edge technology! Success in this role: The person in this role will support various leaders in this group providing financial insight and leadership. The role will function in a controllership capacity managing overall spend, investment ask, review and execution. In addition, the role will partner on strategic initiatives as the network scales in size to eliminate execution risk and improve cost efficiency. The successful candidate will enjoy the challenges and rewards of working in a fast-growing organization and be able to handle ambiguity. This is a high visibility position with big scope of creativity and self-development. The ideal candidate will be creative and an analytical problem solver with the ability to fulfill the Amazon motto to “Work Hard. Have Fun. Make History.” Key Responsibilities: Manage others, develop exceptional talent, and encourage your team to challenge assumptionsPartner with your team and develop all weekly and monthly financial close activities, all planning, forecasting, and reporting models while overseeing their continuous innovation and communication to both your operations & other business partnersWork with data source providers and technology teams to ensure that key decision data is accurate, automated and timely.Manage and participate in finance and accounting activities across several locations.Promote recruiting efforts across the network to continually hire and develop the bestRecommend, develop, and implement policies and programs that guide the organization in maintaining and improving its competitive position and profitabilityCreate a “learn by doing” environment by engaging with on-the-floor associates and managers to promote and encourage continued customer focusKey job responsibilitiesPartner with your team and develop all weekly and monthly financial close activities, all planning, forecasting, and reporting models while overseeing their continuous innovation and communication to both your operations & other business partnersWork with data source providers and technology teams to ensure that key decision data is accurate, automated and timely.Manage and participate in finance and accounting activities across several locations.Promote recruiting efforts across the network to continually hire and develop the bestRecommend, develop, and implement policies and programs that guide the organization in maintaining and improving its competitive position and profitabilityCreate a “learn by doing” environment by engaging with on-the-floor associates and managers to promote and encourage continued customer focusWe are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Bellevue, WA, USA | Dallas, TX, USA | Nashville, TN, USA | Washington Dc, DC, USABASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 5+ years of tax, finance or a related analytical field experience- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related fieldPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Knowledge of SQL/ETL- Knowledge of statistical modeling- MBA- Experience working with large-scale data mining and reporting tools (examples: SQL, MS Access, Essbase, Cognos) and other financial systems (examples: Oracle, SAP, Lawson, JD Edwards)Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $85,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $179,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Who We Are:Established in 1990, Nashville-based BOHAN Advertising is an independent, full-service advertising and marketing agency. We are straight-talking, advertising experts that grow the brands we serve by creating ideas that work. What makes us different? Nimbleness, no egos and our clients always have a seat at the table. We have major clients in tourism/hospitality, healthcare, retail and restaurants. Accolades include Advertising Age Silver Award for Agency Culture, Advertising Age Southeast Small Agency of the Year and Modern Healthcare Agency of the Year.Thinkers, Writers, Hypothesizers, Dreamers, Doers are welcomed. We are looking for a strong critical thinker, insight miner and creative solver to join our growing team. What You Do:Uncover insights and identifies strategic opportunities based on these insights.Provides strategic support and champions the "big creative idea." Continually identifies and shares new trends, technologies and opportunities, demonstrating how it applies to our client's business and sell-in perspective.Drive positioning ideation to uncover strategic opportunities, when needed. Create brand and project strategy briefs that are smart, thoughtful and inspire great work. The kind account people get and creatives love. Solution-oriented idea generation - identify challenges and work with the team to come up with innovative solutions to grow the brand. Lead or participate in brainstorm sessions that result in areas of opportunity for the brand and innovative ways to reach the target audience/s. Participate in and sometimes lead research projects related to client's business, including analyzing results when needed.Develop relationships with suppliers and vendors.Develop thought leadership pieces, when relevant. Use whatever means necessary (owned tools and secondary research) to identifyand assess target characteristics and needs, strength of competition, and identifies cultural attitudes and behaviors toward brands.Who You Are:Proven thought leadership on high profile brands with a track record of strategic and provocative thinking. A self-starter who multitasks and goes above and beyond on tasks.Loves to problem solve with a "think on your feet" mentality.Innate curiosity to want to understand people, culture and the world overall and most importantly, a burning desire to dig into what makes them tick.Is a storyteller, has the ability to consume a ton of information, distill it, see the bigger picture and tell a clear, compelling, strategic story. Tremendous stage presence in meetings. Capable of building relationships with clients at a senior level and the ability to build their trust to help to navigate their thinking.You never just take and execute orders, you are expected to inspire and add value at every turn.Team player working well with different types of people (account and creative) yet has the ability to challenge the teams in a trusted, collaborative way. Intuitive ability to understand people (co-workers, clients, consumers). Desire to constantly bring new ideas to the table beyond the day-to-day needs.Experience with qual/quant research methods (tracking studies, focus groups, in-depth interviews, ethnographic research - any type of interviewing skills) and have ability to see and adapt insights.Endless curiosity and a burning desire to unearth insights and transform them into disruptive advertising, marketing or business ideas. Ability to effectively support presentation of research results to customers, clients and other employees of the organization.Required Skills:5-7 years of account planning experience within an agency environment.Bachelor of Arts or Sciences. MBA or Master's a plus. Planning experience across multiple industries a plus. Exceptional writing, communication and persuasive skills. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Mac experience helpful.Ability to read, analyze and interpret information from a variety of sources, such as trade journals, research reports, white papers and cross-tabulated survey data.Ability to draft research reports, presentations, white papers and general business correspondence.Benefits:Health Insurance (agency contribution of 50%-75%) Host of supplemental policies to include, Long-term, Short-term & Life401k with 50% match Paid Vacation and Sick timeOngoing training opportunitiesCompetitive Family & Medical leave policies 10 paid holidays

JOB SUMMARY FOR TAX MANAGER:Lead and manage all stages of U.S. federal tax audits and controversy, including corporate income tax, employment tax, withholding tax, and excise tax audits, for the various industries (automotive, financing and insurance)Develop and implement comprehensive audit defense plans in collaboration with federal tax compliance and tax planning teams, internal departments and external advisorsPrepare and present clear and concise explanations of tax positions to IRS auditorsGather, review and deliver information to the IRS in response to information and document requests, including working with many internal information providersAttend regular meetings with the IRS and be the main contact person with IRS agentsAssist with negotiating resolutions of tax controversies with IRS AppealsWork with the federal tax compliance and planning teams to research and analyze complex tax issuesWork with the federal tax compliance and planning teams to build audit-ready files to support the company's tax positionsWork with the tax accounting team to ensure uncertain tax positions are correctly reported in the financial statementsImplement tools to organize and track progress of audits, deadlines, deliverables etc.Keep management and other key stakeholders informed on federal tax audit mattersKeep the state income tax compliance and audit teams informed of federal tax audit topics that may have an impact on state tax positionsBuild strong work relationships with key internal stakeholders (Accounting, Treasury, FP&A, IT, Legal, R&D, Purchasing, HR etc.)Stay current on changes in federal tax laws and IRS audit proceduresManage the performance and spend with external audit advisorsMaintain the highest ethical standards, encourage open and transparent communication, promote diversity and reward employees' initiatives that bring value to the tax organizationRESPONSIBILITIES FOR TAX MANAGER:Opportunities for rotation, growth, and long-term employment are available.Travel is not required.While there is no direct people management, interaction with every function within the company is necessary.Advisors and the IRS may request information, and it is essential to prioritize these requests. The role involves working with various departments, managing staff indirectly, and setting deadlines.A minimum of 10 years' experience is required, managing IRS audits either as a full-time job or in a split arrangement with Tax.Weekly face-to-face meetings with the IRS are part of the job, requiring the ability to take charge of the room.The ideal candidate must possess significant finesse and people skills, alongside technical expertise, and be adept at calibration.Experience with the IRS and federal audits is required, specifically in areas other than state or local, sales and use, or state returns.The position focuses exclusively on federal tax audits before the IRS, encompassing income and employment tax, and defending W-2s, 1099s, etc.REQUIRED EXPERIENCE FOR TAX MANAGER:Bachelor's degree in Finance or AccountingAdvanced degree or professional certification preferred (CPA, LLM, JD, MBA, MA, MS)10+ years of related experience at professional levelRelevant experience working directly with the IRSExcellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skillsSKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS FOR TAX MANAGER:Organizational skillsVerbal and written skillsWriting and research skillsBe able to manage conflict and tough conversationsWill lead/drive organizationNot fearful of automationWhy should you choose Epitec?We started Epitec with a single focus, "Placing People First." Knowing every good endeavor begins with listening and understanding, we've set about challenging every part of the employment process. Bringing the proper connections together for the perfect fit.How is Epitec different?Epitec gets to know our prospective employees, using these insights to locate the perfect placement for you. We are there, every step of the way. Providing a best-in-class compensation package combined with the opportunity to grow financially and personally through your work.What is the result?Epitec represents the world's top companies and works to fill their open jobs with the world's best talent. That's led to Epitec servicing an impressive list of Fortune 100 companies. We've also won many awards, including one of Crain's Detroit Business "Cool Places to Work," and 101 Best & Brightest - local, national and elite winner. And that's just the beginning, as we work to innovate the way the world thinks about employment.

Qualifications:Title: Senior Financial Advisor and Area LeaderReports to: Rod Coleman - President Benefits: YesStatus: ExemptThe Company:SYM Financial Advisors is seeking a responsible, energetic, and detail-oriented candidate to join our client service team. Since 1968, SYM Financial Advisors, a private, employee-owned, independent financial advisory firm, has remained dedicated to a client-centric philosophy of devoting the extra time, resources, and energy to uniquely know each client and their goals. Rooted in traditional values, SYM Financial Advisors proudly serves in the role of trusted expert. By utilizing our team's deep knowledge base and vast experiences, we advocate for those we serve and help them achieve their vision of financial success.Job Summary:The Senior Financial Advisor and Area Leader position provides overall leadership to the team and office while directly overseeing the talent acquisition and growth objectives. Responsibilities also include coordination and oversight for area marketing, community presence and brand image. Confident leadership and accountability for new business development activities is also a key component of the role. The Area Leader must dedicate time to lead a book of business, including leading relationships, partnering on relationships with other advisors as well as care and oversight to SYM's key client relationships. Duties and Responsibilities:• Manage a portfolio of wealth management clients including all aspects managing the client relationship.• Key driver of new business development for the market. This includes leading and being accountable for the business development efforts for the market.• Engage the local attorneys, CPAs, and other professionals to ensure favorable visibility of wealth management services in the market.• Will serve in a supervisory capacity - managing, training, and developing a team of advisors and client service representatives while fostering a strong team-oriented, positive culture.• Accountable to prioritize community visibility at events and ensure favorable company presence and support.• Responsible for growth planning for staffing needs and office space.Qualifications:• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, or related field, and graduate work including J.D. or MBA preferred. - Additional certifications such as CFP®, CTFA preferred.• At least 8 years of experience providing wealth management services to clients and 5 years of experience managing a team of professionals, including demonstrated ability to delegate, develop and effectively problem solve.• Working knowledge of estate planning, trust administration, financial planning, tax planning and risk management.• Demonstrated involvement in the local community.• Experience with state and federal compliance laws and practices.• Strong leadership skills, charisma, ability to develop relationships, and cultivate SYM culture.• Understanding of the wealth management business, ability to develop new business, coach others on the skills to develop new business and the time and patience to mentor others.• Excellent communicator, relatable, individual excellence as an advisor, exuding positivity and humility, being a force for good, promoting the SYM culture, thinking like an owner, caring, compassionate, self-motivated and determined to define and achieve success.• Ability to work independently.Salary and Benefits:Pay / benefits are competitive based on industry standards.• Pay will be based on experience. Performance reviewed 90 days from date of hire. Thereafter, performance is informally reviewed each calendar quarter and formally reviewed at year end.• Incentive compensation• Benefits include paid time off, health care, 401(k), life and long- term disability insurance• Partial and/or full financial support for professional accreditation/continuing education requirements and other education/training opportunities

DESCRIPTIONWhere will Amazon’s growth come from next year? In five years? Which product lines are staged to quintuple in size, and which ones are mature?These are some of the most important questions at Amazon today. North American Customer Fulfillment (NACF) answers many of those questions every day. Our Fulfillment Centers (FCs) utilize Amazon robotics, scanning machines, and computer systems that track millions of items in a day. As part of this team, you will use data from a variety of sources, build accurate predictive models, support field finance in cost initiatives, and deploy automated software solutions to provide forecasting insights to senior leadership (C suite) driving decisions that affect millions of customers globally.NACF Finance is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to be the trusted finance partner in our AR Controllership team. Experience with this team opens up several career opportunities across Amazon, e.g. senior roles supporting different business lanes, project management roles, and/or management opportunities locally, regionally, and globally.This role will partner closely with a broad range of Finance and business leaders in Sales & Operations Planning, Production Planning Team, Central Accounting, Internal Staffing Agency, Procurement, Human Resources, Safety, Quality, Reliability and Maintenance, and Technology; as well as with research scientists, technical product managers, and software developers. This role will design, develop, and maintain Weekly Business reviews, Monthly Business Reviews, performance measurements and reporting on strategic input drivers to the Automated Sortable Network Directors and Regional leadership.The successful candidate will have demonstrated an ability to influence business owners, support thoughtful decision-making, and adapt to a rapidly evolving environment. Regular collaboration with executives and various business units across Amazon will allow you the opportunity to exhibit your verbal and written communication skills. A typical day in this role, provides an opportunity to improve and create new measures for cost out initiatives, innovate creative solutions utilizing large scale data mining tools, identifying high priority work/projects to maximize results for key stakeholders, and solve complex problems effecting company wide strategic decision-making.Key job responsibilitiesFP&A- You use solid financial knowledge and business acumen to build financial models and analyses with little guidance and draw conclusions and make recommendations that deliver results, and drive improvements.- You manage development of weekly and monthly financial reviews, forecasting, and reporting models and their continuous innovation and communicating to Financial and Operations partners.- You identify and solve complex data integrity issues and collaborate with stakeholders on resolution, insisting on the highest standards.- You identify the need for improved controls to address risk driven by business, industry, policy, and regulatory changes and proactively propose control solutions.- You create effective business partnership, manage competing priorities, and provide guidance during unexpected events.Business Analysis- You identify and implement opportunities to resolve finance issues, improve, scale, or simplify finance tools, technology, and processes across teams and organizations.- You understand how data flows through our financial platforms and know the right data to use for analysis, and establish a source of truth.- You simplify and centralize process improvement and reporting to allow business partners and customers to take action quickly.People- You take part in hiring and developing activities and mentor new team members.- You seek, value, and leverage diverse perspectives.- You have backbone and challenge business partner plans and assumptions when needed.- You communicate data in a clear, concise, and unambiguous manner both verbally and in writing.- You can articulate complex finance issues to non-Finance partners.- You positively contribute to work/life harmony on your team and find creative solutions to solve gaps for your team.A day in the lifeThe AR Controllership team is a newly formed team that will collaborate with multiple teams and organizations within Amazon. This role gives you a chance to help build a newly formed team and establish standards within fulfillment centers. A typical day in this role includes: solving complex problems effecting company wide strategic decision-making, leading through ambiguity, identifying high priority work/projects to maximize results for key stakeholders, designing and implementing new financial reporting/modeling, and finding creative solutions utilizing large scale data mining tools.We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Dallas, TX, USA | Nashville, TN, USABASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related field- 3+ years of finance or a related analytical field experiencePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of participating in continuous improvement projects in your team to scale and improve controllership with measurable results experience- 3+ years of identifying incomplete or inaccurate data, identifying the root cause and creating/implementing an escalation plan experience- MBA- 3+ years of solving complex business challenges by delivering accurate and timely financial models, analysis, and recommendations that have a proven impact on business (e.g., financial savings, operational improvements, or customer benefits) experience- Knowledge of SQL/ETL- Experience building and managing financial models for business forecasting and problem solving- Proven experience in leading cross-functional teams and driving process improvements.- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.- Familiarity with regulatory compliance and financial reporting standards.- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and make strategic recommendations.Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.